Denis Fortin

March 29, 1931 - July 14, 2018

Denis Fortin, a longtime Stamford resident, passed away on the evening of Saturday, July 14, 2018. Denis was born in Mt. Kisco, NY on March 29, 1931 and was one of seven children born to the late Dennis and Martha (Paradis) Fortin. He was 87 years old at the time of his passing. Denis entered the United States Navy and served for three years until he opened his business as a painting contractor. He was best known for his sense of humor, and his ability to make friends with whomever crossed his path. Denis was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marie, in 2016 and is survived by his son and daughter-in-law; Robert and Nancy Fortin, his daughter; Denise Alcan, six grandchildren; Michael Fortin and wife Christine, Daniel Fortin and wife Laurel, Timothy Fortin and wife Kaitlyn, Stephen Fortin and wife Jillian, Jena Alcan and fiancé Frank Marena, Tyler Alcan, and great grandsons; Grayson and Parker Fortin. He is also survived by sister, Irene Garaffa and brother, Jerry Fortin. Denis will be missed by his family and fondly remembered. The family will be celebrating and remembering Denis’s life on Thursday, July 19, 2018 from 5pm to 8pm at Bosak Funeral Home, 453 Shippan Avenue, Stamford, CT 06902. At the request of the family, the interment will be private. If you care to leave an online condolence message or fond memory of Denis, please visit the family guestbook on www.bosakfuneralhome.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bosakfuneralhome.